Recent Trends in Radiation Shielding

Recent Trends in Radiation Shielding
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Release: 1979
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The subject of radiation transport and shielding in the nuclear power industry is reviewed, and advances in the state of the art are described. These fall into the areas of computational methods, nuclear cross sections, industry practices, and standards. Computer codes and data available from the Radiation Shielding Information Center (RSIC) representing recent advances are also described.

Recent Trends in Radiation Chemistry

Recent Trends in Radiation Chemistry
Author: James F. Wishart
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 634
Release: 2010
Genre: Science
ISBN: 981428209X

This volume is a review of the trends in the field of radiation chemistry research. It covers a broad spectrum of topics, ranging from the historical perspective, instrumentation of accelerators in the nanosecond to femtosecond region, through the use of radiation chemical methods in the study of antioxidants and nanomaterials, radiation-induced DNA damage by ionizing radiation involving both direct and indirect effects, to ultrafast events in free electron transfer, radiation-induced processes at solid-liquid interfaces and the recent work on infrared spectroscopy and radiation chemistry. The book is unique in that it covers a wide spectrum of topics that will be of great interest to beginners as well as experts. Recent data on ultrafast phenomena from the recently established world-class laser-driven accelerators facilities in the US, France and Japan are reviewed.

Shielding Techniques for Radiation Oncology Facilities

Shielding Techniques for Radiation Oncology Facilities
Author: Patton H. McGinley
Publisher: Medical Physics Publishing Corporation
Total Pages: 171
Release: 2002-01-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781930524071

A textbook for a senior or graduate course in medical or health physics. Students are assumed to be familiar with the radiation- producing devices used in radiation oncology. The second volume corrects some errors detected in the 1998 first, and adds discussions of intensity modulated radiation therapy, CT room design, the design of direct shielded doors, and other topics. Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR.

Radiation Protection in Nuclear Medicine

Radiation Protection in Nuclear Medicine
Author: Sören Mattsson
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 163
Release: 2012-09-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 3642311679

This book explains clearly and in detail all aspects of radiation protection in nuclear medicine, including measurement quantities and units, detectors and dosimeters, and radiation biology. Discussion of radiation doses to patients and to embryos, fetuses, and children forms a central part of the book. Phantom models, biokinetic models, calculations, and software solutions are all considered, and a further chapter is devoted to quality assurance and reference levels. Occupational exposure also receives detailed attention. Exposure resulting from the production, labeling, and injection of radiopharmaceuticals and from contact with patients is discussed and shielding calculations are explained. The book closes by considering exposure of the public and summarizing the "rules of thumb" for radiation protection in nuclear medicine. This is an ideal textbook for students and a ready source of useful information for nuclear medicine specialists and medical physics experts.

Advanced Radiation Shielding Materials

Advanced Radiation Shielding Materials
Author: Sarika Verma
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2024-01-12
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323953867

Advanced Radiation Shielding Materials: Radiation and Radiological Protection provides an in-depth evaluation of the different types of radiation (x-rays, gamma rays, neutron, UV and EMI) and the development of radiation shielding materials that can be exploited for designing and use in multiple applications. The book also presents a review of the process parameters necessary to develop radiation shielding materials which will assist in the ongoing research to optimize and enhance processes such as the use of 3D orienting and CVD to create efficient radiation shielding material. This book will play a pivotal role and opens new avenues for global research and development by providing an understanding of the mechanisms of radiation shielding and bringing these concepts to application using different materials. Provides comprehensive information on how to develop and characterize advanced radiation shielding material using current state-of-the-art technologies Analyzes and comparison of experimental data on the physical parameters of the developed advanced radiation shielding material Presents knowledge on the generation and dissemination in radiation and radiation shielding materials in various applications of advanced radiation shielding material in a broad array of fields including space, healthcare, nuclear power plants, food technology, etc. Discusses environmental, ethical and medical guidelines that are related to the use of advanced radiation shielding materials